Drywall cracks are the worst. You spend so much time making sure
your home or office is in tip-top shape, and then you notice that alligator fissure
below the bathroom light switch plate. Fortunately, there is a simple and
convenient approach to dealing with this dilemma, but first, you need to figure
what it is that’s causing all your drywall to crack. Without resolving the
underlying problem, your drywall repairs and restorations will be all in vain.
Continue reading to learn the top causes for drywall
cracking, as well as, that simple and
convenient approach we mentioned before.
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Causes For Drywall Cracks
Drywall can crack for a number of reasons, making it a
common occurrence. And often times, the appearance or location of a crack can
say a lot about how and why it showed up. They can occur as a result of
contractor error, stress produced from the foundation of the home settling overtime,
and much more. The most common causes for cracking drywall include, but are not
limited to:
⚠ Foundation Settling –When a foundation settles, it can create cracks in the walls and ceilings, overtime.
⚠ Moisture –Moisture can create drywall cracking, especially around screws and wall studs.
⚠ Wall Décor –Heavy wall décor can cause cracks in drywall overtime, but often remain hidden behind the art.
⚠ Structural Movement –Structural movements, like heavy storms, can cause stress, which can cause walls to crack.
What To Do About Drywall Cracks
If you have just one hairline crack or small hole, you can
possibly repair it yourself. Any defects larger than those should be managed by
a professional drywall repair company. They have the proper training and
resources to repair drywall, efficiently and accurately. When people attempt to
do their own drywall repairs, the potential for making mistakes is high.
Without the proper resources and knowledge, drywall repairs can be messy,
complex, and unpredictable. They are not the everyday chore you can easily
tackle.
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Baseboard removal doesn’t have to be a hassle. With the right materials and knowledge, you can remove baseboards without damaging them or your walls. This way, you can restore the look of your existing baseboards and then re-install them for a cost-effective interior upgrade, or, you can reuse them for another woodworking or crafts project. If you are installing new floors, you will also be required to remove your baseboards, so preventing damage during the process will allow you to reuse them and save money.
In the past, removing baseboard without damaging them was a
very difficult job to do. It required a lot of hard work, time, money, and
patience to get the job done right; and even then it wasn’t always successful.
But with the advancements of tools and materials available today, you can get
professional-grade results in a convenient time frame!
Continue reading to learn how you can remove baseboards
without causing them damage, as well as, drywall tips for expert results.
One of the most important tools to acquire for a baseboard
removal job is a trim puller. This ergonomic tool is what makes baseboard
removal much easier than it was years ago. Before trim pullers, you would have
to insert a putty knife in between the trim and the wall and twist back and
forth in order to loosen the boards. With a trim puller, the 15 degree center
wedge allows for simple and quick extraction, and prevents wall and baseboard
damage. This saves loads of time and money, not to mention stress.
If your baseboard seams are caulked, then you will need to
get caulk remover product. But if they are sealed with standard latex paint,
you will only need your utility knife. Gloves are optional but help to prevent
splinters, blisters, and sores. Side-cut pliers are optional as well, but very helpful
for removing leftover pins and nails in walls after the baseboards are removed.
If you have a hammer, the backside will work just as well.
Step 1
If your walls and baseboards are sealed with latex paint, start by using your utility knife to cut along the seam where the baseboards meet the wall to release them from their seal. Be sure to stay along the seam to prevent pulling off any wall color. If your baseboard and wall seams are sealed with caulk, you will need to apply a line of caulk remover instead. Follow the instructions on the label. Then move onto the next step.
Step 2
Starting at one end of a strip of baseboard, place the trim
puller front-faced against the wall, with the sharp edge along the baseboard
seam.
Step 3
Hold the trim puller with one hand, and with the other hand,
strike the top of it with your hammer or mallet. This should drive the
sharpened edge in between the trim and wall. You will notice that the center
wedge of the trim puller (the part that sticks out in the middle) automatically
separates the baseboard from the wall.
Step 4
Gently pull the trim away from the wall with your puller
tool. Then, continue step 3, moving along the baseboard in 1 foot increments
until you reach the end of the strip.
Step 5
Remove any leftover pins or nails with your side-cutting
pliers or the back part of your hammer.
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Just like so many other assets and commodities in the home, walls
require a certain level of routine maintenance. So if you want to maintain that
level 5 drywall finish and professional paint job, you will need to learn the
best methods for taking good care of your walls, and then adopt them as a
permanent plan. This includes implementing regular upkeep and care.
Continue reading to learn what you need to know about
getting started with routine wall maintenance, as well as, what to do when you
are stuck with a wall-related problem.
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Odor Control
It is not reasonable, nor entirely possible, to change your
life around in order to prevent your walls from absorbing everyday odors like
cooking grease, smoke, pets, and more. But you can implement some strategies to
help abate the absorption of such smells. For starters, you can choose a paint
that is formulated to retain less odors. Otherwise, it is effective to simply
clean your walls on a periodic basis. See our blog, “How to Remove Odors From
Walls” for a step-by-step guide.
Stain Control
Aside from odors, your walls are also prone to stains.
Everything from fingers and spills, to pet dander, dust, and more, can cause
walls to stain or discolor. To remove a wall stain, use a chemical dry cleaning
sponge, like Mr. Clean Magic Eraserâ,
then finish by using a standard soft sponge and rubbing alcohol to gently wipe
the wall clean.
Damage Control
A small defect can quickly evolve into a large one if it is not
dealt with in a suitable time frame. A good approach to routine wall maintenance
is to stay ahead of drywall and ceiling repairs. Have a hole patched up as soon
as it happens, and have cracks filled when they begin to spread. This will
prevent a small problem from turning into an invasive, time-intensive, costly
drywall repair.
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If you want your interior paint job to come out looking like
a level 5 finish, you must rely on the same tips and tricks professional
painting companies use to deliver exceptionally smooth, long-lasting, vibrant
results. Continue reading to learn some secret methods used by professionals
that can be applied to your DIY painting project!
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Painter’s Tape
When you tape up baseboards before painting, it can seem
like a pretty straightforward task. Apply the tape so that the woodwork is
covered and move on; right? Well, many times, after the painting is finished
and the tape is removed, you can find streaks or drops that managed to seep
their way through. To avoid this, do what the pro’s do and use a putty knife to
apply the painting tape on baseboards and molding. Press the knife against the
tape to ensure a thorough seal. This prevents any paint from getting through.
Hole-Patching and Sanding
All holes and deficits should be filled in with a
joint-compound patching product, smoothed down evenly, and allowed to dry
completely. Once these areas of dry, you can sand away all the uneven surfaces.
It is vital to sand away any surface flaws, like spackle, joint-compound
patches, nicks, nail holes, scores, scratches, chips, and more the best you
can. Sand baseboards, molding, walls, and more to get an even smooth surface.
Once you have an even and smooth surface, you can move forward with your
painting project.
Primer
When joint compound is painted over, it can sometimes absorb
all the moisture from the paint and leave a duller, discolored look. This makes
all the patched areas on a wall noticeable. To avoid this problem, which
professionals refer to as “flashing”, be sure to apply a primer before
painting. But to paint like a pro, use a tinted primer. Although white primer
is acceptable and frequently used, professionals typically use a gray-colored
primer, or a primer that is close to the color of the finishing paint. This
covers patched areas and existing paint better than plain white or ivory
primers. This results in a more vibrant finish and less applications.
Paint Boxing
Although you can purchase the same color in five cans, it is
not guaranteed that all five cans will look exactly the same. This can be
evident in a paint job when a new container is opened halfway through painting.
It can result in a different color tones on a wall. To avoid this,
professionals “box” their paint by pouring all cans into one large bucket to
achieve one consistent color.
Paint Application
Ever wonder why a self-paint job looks streaky and a professional’s is always smooth and even? Well the secret is adding a paint extender or paint conditioner into your paint. Popular products, like Floetrol®, are designed to slow down the drying process of the paint, allowing a more balanced application and finish. Not only do paint extenders hide brush strokes, they also eliminate dark lap marks from painting over semi-dried paint.
Ceilings
When ceilings are textured or bumpy, it can be virtually
impossible to paint a clean line between the wall and the ceiling. For this
reason, professionals will use a screwdriver to scrape a ridge along the edge
of the walls and ceiling. This creates a platform for painting a smooth
straight line between ceiling and wall and prevents paint from sticking to
ceiling bumps. The resulting ridge should be fine enough so that the lost
texture is never noticed, but wide enough for brush bristles to fit.
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Looking to step up your drywall repair game? One of the easiest
and most rewarding approaches is to fill up your work shed inventory with all
the drywall supplies you will ever need, from basics to pro-grade. Continue
reading for a recommended list to get you started!
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Drywall Repair and Installation Supplies
For all drywall projects, there is a fundamental set of supplies
for basic tasks, and then a more comprehensive set for higher-level work. From
start to finish, here are all the tools, supplies, and materials you will need
for do-it-yourself drywall projects and repairs:
☑ Sheetrock
Sheetrock is actually a registered brand of drywall manufactured
by the U.S. Gypsum Company. But, it is also informally known as drywall, gypsum
board, gypsum rock, plasterboard, and wallboard. You can purchase drywall at
any local home improvement store, online, or through a contractor. It is
generally sold by the square foot, and doesn’t usually require any minimum purchase
unless you are opting for delivery.
☑ Drill
Drills come in several makes and models. You can choose
between a cordless or corded drill. Both work well with drywall work. Many
professionals prefer cordless for obvious reasons. Drills are used in the
drywall industry for installation purposes. Installing gypsum board requires a
power drill and screws.
☑ Drywall Saw
Saws for drywall come in various shapes, sizes, and
serrations. They are used to cut board to size, so the type you need will vary
depending on the particular needs of your project. You can choose among double-sided
saws, hand saws, fine-finish saws, hacksaws, and more.
☑ Drywall Screws
These are special screws used to hold up gypsum board. They
have extra course threads that stay secure in drywall. There are several kinds,
all with different sizes and applications, including fine-head, self-drilling,
pan-head, and more.
☑ Drywall Tape
Drywall tape is an important tool because it creates a physical
bond between adjacent sheets of drywall. It is the surface to which the plaster
sticks to. It provides a seamless surface for drywall installation and repairs
and more.
☑ Edge Sander
An edge sander will allow you to perfectly finish off and
smooth out the edges of your drywall boards. With a removable sanding disc on
the bottom and an easy-to-grip handle on the top, it is no surprise they are a
popular tool for any do-it-yourself-er.
☑ Joint Compound
This is a white powder containing gypsum board dust that is
combined with water to produce a mud. This mud is then used to seal joints
between drywall sheets. This is also called mud, spackle, or plaster. It is
used to create the smooth, level 5 drywall finishes you see in quality
constructed buildings and homes.
☑ Joint Knife
Also called a taping knife, a joint knife is the tool used
to scoop, scrape, spread, and smooth out drywall mud. It has a wide blade that
comes in various sizes, from 4 inches to 14 inches.
☑ Miter Box
A miter box is a terrific tool used to measure saw strokes
and miter cuts. Not only do they provide smooth and even cutting motion, they
provide safety for your hands and fingers.
☑ Mud Pans
A mud pan is the flat plate, usually paper or metal, that
holds spackle and mud. They come in all different shapes and sizes. Some can
hold up to ½ a gallon of drywall mud.
☑ Rasp
A rasp is an instrument that looks and behaves much like a nail
file. It has a double-sided, hardened steel blade with a course textured surface,
usually rectangular or tapered at the end, and a handle made of plastic, wood,
or metal. It is a handheld, manually-operated tool used to form, file, and
shape gypsum board.
☑ T-Square
A T-square is a helpful, yet technical, tool because it
ensures you make straight cuts on your drywall board. It assists with drawing
diagonals and 90 degree angles as well. In fact, they are often used on drafting
tables.
☑ Utility Knife
Utility knives are used for cutting, leveling, trimming, and
scraping drywall board. They come in multiple fashions and multiple blade
sizes. They are usually made of stainless steel, so they are durable and
long-lasting.
? Masking Paper and Film ? Drywall Bench ? Dust Barriers/Liners ? Drywall Vacuum ? Hammer ? Tape Measurer ? Multi-Pocket Apron ? Respirator Mask ? Gloves ? Safety Goggles ? Hard Hat
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Highest Standards of Excellence for Drywall
Here at Drywall by Renso, we are fully equipped to
manage any project, regardless of size and scope. Whether you need us to patch
a hole in the wall, install metal stud framing in your new home addition, or acoustic
drywall service, we have the drive and dedication to provide the highest
standards of excellence for drywall service and repair.
Furthermore, we get the job done right the first time, every
time, and even offer convenient schedule flexibility to accommodate your
personal agenda. We guarantee all our drywall work; and as a licensed, bonded,
and insured drywall construction company, you can count on that promise. We use
a careful approach to understand your vision and answer your questions without
using confusing industry jargon.
This allows us to implement a smooth, hassle-free drywalling
process, and ensure that we get the job done according to your detailed
specifications. While our strong dedication to old fashioned values of honesty,
integrity, and quality set us apart from our competition, it’s our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee lets you
know you can trust our work and be happy with the results.
What We Can Do For You
Drywall by Renso is a licensed, bonded, and insured drywall construction company in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our general contractors have more than 10 years of experience in the building and construction industry, and provide a wide range of drywall services for properties and complexes of all sizes. We provide professional drywall repair, replacement, installation, and finishing for both residential and commercial properties in Indianapolis and throughout Central Indiana. See some of the most common drywall services we offer, below.
Our Primary Drywall Construction Services Include, but not limited to:
✔ Commercial and Residential Service
✔ Drywall Patching
✔ Drywall Finishing
✔ Level 5 Drywall Finishes
✔ Custom Drywall Texture
✔ Drywall for Basements
✔ Grid Ceilings
✔ Suspended Ceilings
✔ Metal Stud Framing
✔ New Home Construction
✔ Remodels
✔ Home Additions
✔ Shed and Garages
✔ Pool Houses
✔ Clubhouses
✔ Acoustic Drywall
✔ Drywall Repair
✔ Drywall Replacement
✔ Drywall Installation
✔ Wall Repair
✔ Wall Patching
✔ Wall Hole Repair
✔ Ceiling Drywall
✔ Ceiling Repair
✔ Stucco Repair
✔ Stucco Application
✔ Plaster Repair
✔ Sheetrock Repair
✔ Wall Crack Repair
✔ Skip “Knockdown” Trowel
✔ Mud Trowel
✔ Custom Hand Trowel
✔ Plasterboard Repair
✔ Wallboard Repair
✔ Gypsum Board Repair
✔ In-Home Consultations
✔ Free Estimates
✔ And More
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Here at Drywall By Renso, we are a locally owned and operated drywall company based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. Our highly-trained drywall contractors are licensed, insured, and bonded, with more than a decade of hands-on experience in the industry. We offer a wide range of drywall services for both residential and commercial properties, but for municipal and governmental properties as well!
Drywall by Renso is fully-equipped and staffed to
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like new construction homes, grid ceilings, metal stud framing, custom drywall
textures, remodels, basements, and more!
Unparalleled Customer Support and Care
At Drywall by Renso, you can expect a prompt hello
and a warm greeting. We are true industry professionals who are always eager to
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Drywall by Local Builders is fully-equipped and staffed to manage any drywall project, regardless of size or scope. We are proficient in everything drywall, from simple drywall installation and repair, to major work like new construction homes, grid ceilings, metal stud framing, custom drywall textures, remodels, basements, and more! In fact, we are happy to discuss your questions and concerns, anytime. All oyu have to do is give us a call!
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Our licensed and insured drywall contractors have the affordable drywall installation and repair solutions you are looking for in Central Indiana. We understand that when it comes to drywall, finish is not the only thing that matters. Although we perform level 5 finishes on every job, we are also devoted to quality, integrity, customer support, and competitive pricing.
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Residential and Commercial Service
Drywall must be installed properly to achieve high-quality results that last. Drywall by Renso has the skills and resources necessary to meet these standards of excellence, and render the most professional drywall services in Indianapolis, including level 5 finishes and custom drywall textures. Our highly trained and licensed drywall contractors specialize in a wide range of drywall services, including repair, installation, replacement, finishing, and much more.
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How it Works
The initial part of our dry-walling process involves thorough and strategic planning. We use an intensive approach to understand your objectives and structurally plan out your drywall project. Without using confusing industry jargon, we carefully answer all of your questions and address all of your concerns about the drywall process before we begin.
When it comes time to get started, our teams show up on-time, neatly dressed, and fully-equipped to work. Throughout the job, we take ample precaution in protecting your furnishings, and maintain a clean working environment while keeping a steady pace. We are capable of accommodating deadlines for home remodels and construction, and offer friendly customer support and flexible scheduling for your convenience.
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As soon as you start to notice water stains accumulating in areas of your walls and ceilings, it is important to act fast. Your first priority should be to locate and remedy the source of the water staining, which is generally a water leak. Once you have your water leak under control, you can move forward with treating your drywall to remove the unwanted stains left behind. Continue reading to learn one of the most recommended practices for removing water stains from drywall and plaster.
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Tools and Supplies to Get:
→ Large Bucket → Bleach → Clean Water → Rubber Gloves → Soft Sponge → Towels → Drop Clothes → Oil-Based Primer → Water-Based Paint → Paint Brush or Roller
Step ❶
After you gather all your needed materials, start by laying down your drop cloths under your work space. You can use old bed sheets or plastic tarp as well.
Step ❷
Once your surrounding floors and possessions are protected with drop cloths, mix together equal parts of bleach and water in your bucket.
Step ❸
Put on your rubber gloves, and begin to apply the bleach solution to the drywall using your soft sponge. You may also pour the solution into a clean, plastic spray bottle for easier application. The bleach and water combo will remove any mold.
Step ❹
Allow the drywall to dry completely from the bleach water application.
Step ❺
After the area is dry, apply a shellac or oil-based primer to cover the stain. One coat should be enough. You may use a spray can or a roll-on primer.
Step ❻
Allow the primer to dry completely.
Step ❼
Apply your acrylic or water-based paint over the area covering the stain. You may need to re-paint the entire wall or ceiling to ensure the paint shades match.
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